Description

Classic Carol Chicken Salad Chick is a creamy and flavorful chicken salad recipe featuring tender diced chicken mixed with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, crunchy celery, onion, and fresh parsley. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served on a bed of greens, this easy-to-make chicken salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that can be prepared ahead of time and chilled for enhanced flavor.

Ingredients

Chicken Salad Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, diced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped celery, chopped onion, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Add Herbs and Season: Stir in the fresh chopped parsley, then season the mixture with salt and black pepper according to your taste preferences. Mix well to distribute the seasoning.
Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This resting time allows the flavors to meld and the salad to firm up slightly.
Serve: Serve the chicken salad cold or at room temperature. It can be enjoyed on its own, as a sandwich filling, or over a bed of lettuce for a light meal.

Notes

For best texture, use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
You can substitute Greek yogurt for part of the mayonnaise for a lighter version.
Add chopped apples or grapes for a hint of sweetness and texture variation.
Adjust garlic powder and Dijon mustard to taste depending on your spice preference.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.